Head Chef

9 hours ago


Belfast BT GE, United Kingdom Canteen Full time

Hello Future Canteen Head Chef :)

Are you a passionate chef with leadership experience, ready to take charge of a vibrant brunch kitchen? If you're looking for social hours and a chance to shine, we want you to lead the team at Canteen

We're Canteen, a beloved brunch and coffee destination in the heart of Belfast's lively Ormeau Road. We're all about crafting delicious, beautifully plated brunch dishes, pouring top-notch coffee (sourced from premium suppliers), and creating a warm, welcoming vibe for our guests.

What You'll Do:

  • Lead the kitchen at Canteen, creating a mouthwatering brunch menu that wows our guests (think perfectly plated avo toast, fluffy pancakes, and creative specials).

  • Maintain top-notch food hygiene, kitchen cleanliness, and consistent quality, even during the busiest brunch rushes.

  • Inspire and train our kitchen team to deliver exceptional dishes while keeping the vibe fun and collaborative.

  • Bring your creative flair to develop new menu items and specials that keep Canteen fresh and exciting.

  • Work closely with front-of-house to ensure every guest leaves happy and eager to return.

What We Need From You:

  • Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef, ideally in brunch or casual dining.

  • A keen eye for detail and a passion for presenting food that's as beautiful as it is delicious—because we know people eat with their eyes first

  • Strong leadership skills with a positive, can-do attitude to motivate your team through fast-paced services.

  • Commitment to maintaining high standards of food hygiene and kitchen operations.

  • A love for local ingredients and a knack for creating dishes that reflect Belfast's vibrant food scene.

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary and 28 days holiday.

  • The chance to grow with an ambitious, entrepreneurial business.

  • A supportive, positive, and fun working environment where your ideas can shape Canteen's future.

  • Opportunities to showcase your creativity and develop your career as we grow.

  • All the specialty coffee you can drink

  • Social hours, with expected shifts around 7.30am–4pm

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £36,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person


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